Biden says nothing will stop transition as Trump vows new legal action, World News,WILMINGTON, Del./WASHINGTON – President-elect Joe Biden said on Tuesday that nothing would stop the transfer of power in the US government, while President Donald Trump pursued lawsuits in several states in a long-sho
US will help make North Korea rich if it disarms, Asia News,WASHINGTON – The United States promised Friday that it would work to rebuild North Korea's sanctions-crippled economy if Kim Jong Un's regime agrees to surrender its nuclear arsenal. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's vow came
Singaporean Khoo Swee Chiow becomes first South-east Asian to scale world's 3 highest peaks, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Singaporean adventurer and mountaineer Khoo Swee Chiow has become the first South-east Asian to scale the world's three highest peaks – Mount Everest (8,848m), K2 (8,611m
Haze in Singapore may be back to stay: Winds, dry weather and 'persistent' hot spots in Sumatra to blame, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The haze may be back, and could persist in coming weeks. The 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) – a measure of air quality here – is steadily creeping t
Alex Residences review: Glorious 40th floor infinity pool, Money News,Alex Residences offers buyers an opportunity to reach the hubs of Outram Park and Buona Vista quickly given the nearby Redhill MRT, but it does have a lot of competition in the vicinity. Project: Alex Residences District: 03 Addre
China central bank urges wider acceptance of cash as payments go digital, Digital News,BEIJING – China’s central bank has called for wider acceptance of cash in economic activities and vowed to punish those who refuse to accept cash payments in the wake of a widening gap in access to digital service
Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise cancel voyages amid Omicron scare, World News,Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line on Wednesday (Jan 5) canceled sailings amid rising fears of Omicron-related coronavirus infections that have dampened the nascent recovery of the pandemic-ravaged cruise industry
Should I buy J Gateway even though the HSR is cancelled?, Money News,Hi there! I’ve been a follower of your page and I’ve benefited much from your analysis of the private property landscape in S’pore. Data driven and no upselling like some sites! I’m currently single and 33 years old and looking to
Man who took part in threesome gets jail, caning for rape, Singapore News,A 24-year-old man, who was roped in by another man to take part in a threesome with the latter's girlfriend without her knowledge and consent, was sentenced to 17 years and 10 months' jail and 14 strokes of the cane
Squid Game star Jung Ho-yeon's weight loss alarms fans, Entertainment News,SEOUL – Squid Game actress Jung Ho-yeon's latest Instagram post has her fans alarmed over how much weight she has lost since the global success of the K-drama. A series of nine candid photos showed the breakout star
S.H.E's Selina makes peace with ex-husband on psychologist's advice, Entertainment News,It's been three years since S.H.E's Selina Jen finalised her divorce from lawyer Richard Chang. While it was a tumultuous time for both parties then, it seems that the dust has settled. In a r
Southeast Asia internet economy to hit $1.35 trillion by 2030, report says, Money News,SINGAPORE – Southeast Asia's internet economy is forecast to reach US$1 trillion (S$1.35 trillion) by 2030, as tens of millions more people take up online shopping and embrace food delivery, an industry repor
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said to have married fiancee in a secret ceremony, World News,British Prime Minister Boris Johnson married his fiancee Carrie Symonds in a secret ceremony at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday, the Sun and Mail on Sunday newspapers reported. A spokeswoman for John
Mars likely to have enough oxygen to support life: Study, World News,PARIS – Salty water just below the surface of Mars could hold enough oxygen to support the kind of microbial life that emerged and flourished on Earth billions of years ago, researchers reported Monday (Oct 22). In some locations,
How to avoid confirmation bias in investing, Money News,Psychological biases are the human tendency for us to make decisions in an illogical way. The concept was introduced by psychologists Daniel Kahneman, Paul Slovic, and Amos Tversky in the early 1970s. Kahneman later won a Nobel Prize for his wo
Google to move Pixel smartphone production to Vietnam: Nikkei, Digital News,Alphabet Inc's Google is shifting its Pixel smartphone production to Vietnam from China starting this year as it builds a cheap supply chain in Southeast Asia, the Nikkei business daily reported on Wednesday. The move c
1,111 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore, majority of cases from dormitories, Singapore News,[UPDATED 11pm] The Ministry of Health has confirmed 1,111 new coronavirus cases in Singapore today (April 21). The vast majority of the cases are foreign workers living in the dormitories. There are 28 cases in
Courses in Singapore that pay you to learn – 4 programmes with training allowance, Lifestyle News,Do you dread reading the news every day for fear of reading yet more about the economic recession that threatens to engulf Singapore? You're not alone. In times like these, job security is a major
Singapore's headline inflation rises to 3.2%, highest in over 8 years, Singapore News,SINGAPORE'S headline inflation rose to 3.2 per cent in October, the highest in over 8 years, according to consumer price index (CPI) data from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Ministry of
Singapore story: Joseph Gordon-Levitt calls for one-sentence stories based on picture taken in Pasir Ris, Entertainment News,Can you imagine a Singapore story on a Hollywood stage? With one Facebook post by A-list Hollywood actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, that could very well be possible. The 39-year-ol
World's last male northern white rhino dies in Kenya, World News,NAIROBI – The world's last male northern white rhino has died, the Kenyan conservancy taking care of it said, leaving only two females of its subspecies alive in the world. Ol Pejeta Conservancy said in a statement it had mad
'Perfectly safe': Kenneth Mak, Ong Ye Kung reveal their booster jab was a different mRNA vaccine, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Taking a different mRNA vaccine as a booster will lead to an equally effective outcome as sticking to the same vaccine, said Singapore's director of medical ser
How to repair our shrinking social, job networks, Lifestyle News,NEW YORK, July 22 – If your social and professional networks disintegrated in the pandemic, you are not alone. Marissa King, author of the book Social Chemistry, and professor at the Yale School of Management, has been studying what ha
Beijing Games organisers back Covid-19 controls despite Omicron concerns, World News,BEIJING – Despite Omicron concerns, Beijing will not adjust its Covid-19 prevention measures for the Winter Olympics unless there are many cases inside the \”closed-loop\”, Huang Chun, an official with the Beijing Gam
Mission accomplished for 2020 TVLB Online E-Sports Invitational, Business Wires News,In celebration of the 30th anniversary of China-Singapore relations, Touch Video Live Broadcast (TVLB) teamed up with Orientivity Group (Singapore) to host the second TVLB Online E-Sports Invitational on April 5, 20
China probes banking inspector in Henan province after fraud case, protests, China News,BEIJING – China's banking regulator on Sunday (July 24) said it is investigating an inspector at its bureau in Henan province, which has seen protests by depositors unable to retrieve funds following suspect
TVB to air Hong Kong's first gay dating show hosted by gay actor Vinci Wong, China News,HONG KONG – In a milestone for Hong Kong television history, TVB will be airing its first gay dating show in early November. Hong Kong actor Vinci Wong, who is both the producer and host of the show, recentl
We earn less than Singaporean men for the same amount of work. Here's why, Lifestyle News,Always wondered if you're drawing the same salary as your male counterparts for the same amount and type of work? Well, you're probably paid less. According to this The Straits Times article from
Peter Dinklage calls Disney's Snow White remake 'f***ing backwards', Entertainment News,Disney has been on a roll when it comes to making live-action adaptations of their popular classics from the likes of Aladdin, The Jungle Book and Beauty and the Beast amongst many others. One of t
Xing Fu Tang opens bubble tea stall at Hougang coffee shop, Lifestyle News,For the bubble tea-starved fanatics out there staying in the North-east, Xing Fu Tang has opened a new outlet at Meng Kiat Hock Kee coffee shop at Blk 682 Hougang Avenue 4 on May 14. Based on images circulated on social media
8-month-old baby in UK dies from 'coronavirus-linked' Kawasaki Disease, Lifestyle News,We have heard of how deadly the coronavirus can be, not just for the elderly, but also in young children and even teenagers. And in the case for parents of baby boy, Alexander Parsons, they learnt it the
Zhao Zhi Kang’s Third-Round Submission Caps Entertaining Bout Against Ma Xu Dong, Asia News,Zhao Zhi Kang and Tank Ma Xu Dong engaged in an entertaining all-China battle, with hard strikes, high-amplitude takedowns, and slick submission offence all on show in their thrilling encounter. Zhao, a Chine
N. Korea's Kim Jong Un turns from threats to hugs in diplomatic drive, Asia News,From threats of war to brotherly hugs, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has emerged as a skilled diplomat with the unexpected assistance of a new player in the game: US President Donald Trump. Kim's sudden turn
Indonesian brothers may face death for 'honour' killing of schoolgirl sister, Asia News,JAKARTA – Two Indonesian brothers will go on trial next month for the murder of their teenage sister in a so-called honour killing, police said on Tuesday (June 2), a rare case in the country that has p
Ang Mo Kio cat slashings: Man, 37, to be charged in court on June 9, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 37-year-old man will be charged in court on Wednesday (June 9) for his alleged involvement in a series of cat slashing cases in Ang Mo Kio, said the National Parks Board (NParks) on Tuesday night. The m
Qualcomm suggests a consortium to buy Arm, Money News,Qualcomm is considering to team up with other companies to acquire Arm. According to the Financial Times, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon stated that his company was planning to invest in Arm, and work with rival companies to buy the chip designer. A
Covid-19 travel alert: US adds Singapore to its list of 'very high' risk travel destinations , Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added Singapore to its list of \”very high\” risk travel destinations. Under its Travel Notices, th
Singapore Airlines Limited: Is there a faint glimmer of light for the airline?, Money News,SIA has announced that it will further rationalise staff numbers as it continues to cope with the unprecedented global aviation crisis. The airline’s capacity expected to remain below 50 per cent till the end
Malaysia to impose targeted lockdowns to halt infections surge, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia’s Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin on Tuesday said targeted lockdowns would be imposed in areas with high rates of coronavirus infections, as the country grapples with a sharp spike in cases over the
American-style diner The Beast is closing on Nov 10, has 1-for-1 chicken & waffles promo as a goodbye 'gift', Lifestyle News,The pandemic hasn't been the easiest on the F&B industry. Across the past few months, we've seen many eateries shutter. American-style restaurant The B
Elon Musk’s tweet saying Japan would ’eventually cease to exist’ provokes anger – but not just at him, Asia News,TOKYO – An Elon Musk tweet saying Japan would \”eventually cease to exist\” without a higher birthrate set off a flood of sarcasm and anger on Monday (May 9) – though much of the angst was
First look at Meidi-Ya's flagship store at Millenia Walk, opening Nov 25, Lifestyle News,Japanese supermarket Meidi-ya announced yesterday (Nov 10) that the two-storey flagship store is set to open at Millenia Walk on Nov 25. Spanning 24,000 sqft, the two-storey premium supermarket will provide
Ben Affleck pushes away fan who got too close to Jennifer Lopez, Entertainment News,Ben Affleck pushed away a fan who tried to get too close to Jennifer Lopez. The 49-year-old actor stepped up to block an unmasked man who was trying to take selfies with the Hustlers star at Marco Polo International
'The tumour is getting bigger': Aaron Aziz delays surgery, braves through pain to complete his work, Entertainment News,On Wednesday (Feb 16), Singaporean actor Aaron Aziz revealed on social media that he has to undergo surgery to remove a tumour. A 24-second clip of Aaron being put throug
Calm before the storm for Japan suicides as coronavirus ravages economy, Asia News,TOKYO – The phones at the Tokyo suicide hotline start ringing as soon as it opens for its once-weekly overnight session. They don't stop until the lone volunteer fielding calls from hundreds of people yearning to
Higher electricity bills in Singapore for next 3 months as tariffs rise by 8%, Singapore News,SINGAPORE — About half the households in Singapore will pay higher electricity bills for the next three months, with the electricity tariff for the next quarter going up by about eight per cent compared to
UOB's latest results: 8 things you need to know, Money News,All three local banks reported their second-quarter earnings last week. Granted, it was not a pretty picture but investors should have seen the carnage coming. Covid-19 has swept through the globe like a cyclone and left a path of dest
Feeling Fab: Tone your butt and thighs while WFH with these simple moves, Lifestyle News,Feeling Fab is a series where we follow model and content creator Rachell Ng as she embarks on a journey towards a better her. She doesn’t claim to be an expert, but the fitness and beauty junkie is up for anyth
Inspired by GameStop, Malaysian retail investors look to prop up medical glove shares, Money News,KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 – Malaysian retail investors are looking to buy stocks of medical glove makers to drive up their share prices and squeeze out short sellers, drawing inspiration from the recent rall
Four killed, seven injured in three explosions in Kathmandu, Asia News,KATHMANDU – Four people were killed and seven others injured on Sunday (May 26) in three separate explosions in the Nepali capital, Kathmandu, and police said they suspected a Maoist splinter group may have been responsible. \”Thr
'I may have been too eager to settle down': Kim Lim confirms split from second husband, Lifestyle News,Socialite Kim Lim has confirmed that her second marriage ended after two months in an exclusive magazine interview. The 31-year-old only just tied the knot with IT professional Leslie Leo
Singapore Airlines finds premium economy a tougher sell on new non-stop US flights, Business Wires News,SINGAPORE – Singapore Airlines Ltd is facing no problem selling business-class tickets on its ultra-long non-stop flights to the United States but is having to price premium economy seats very att
Britney Spears suspends shows after dad 'almost died', Entertainment News,LOS ANGELES – Britney Spears said on Friday (Jan 4) she was pulling out of her upcoming Las Vegas concerts and other work commitments to be with her family after her father was taken ill. Spears, 37, said in an Insta
Over 50 motorcycles spotted along Serangoon Road on Deepavali eve, sparks debate online, Singapore News,[UPDATE Nov 6] The Traffic Police (TP) issued three summons against motorists for tinted visors on Nov 3 in the vicinity of Serangoon Road and Klang Road. The joint operation was conducted with th
Hero Lai Lo: Super budgets save the day, Money News,It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a super budget! No! It's FOUR SUPER BUDGETS that will tide us through the Covid-19 crisis! We zero in on the hero stats of these Fantastic Four (named after the qualities that Singapore needs to g
Lady Gaga's new album to be released in May, Entertainment News,Lady Gaga has confirmed her new album will be released this month. The 34-year-old singer is gearing up to drop her sixth studio album Chromatica, and has revealed that following an initial postponement of the release, the record w
Apple suppliers to make Apple Watch and MacBook in Vietnam, Digital News,Apple Inc's suppliers are in talks to produce Apple Watch and MacBook in Vietnam for the first time, Nikkei Asia reported on Tuesday (Aug 16), citing people familiar with the matter. Apple's Chinese supplier Luxshare
Brain injury survivor Takalah Tan now serves as frontliner at Tzu Chi clinic, Singapore News,Despite his brush with death years ago, \”fear\” is not a word traumatic brain injury survivor Takalah Tan would use to describe his feelings towards it. \”I'm not afraid of experiencing death again. In li
Running Man star Lee Kwang-soo quits show after 11 years, Entertainment News,South Korean actor Lee Kwang-soo, one of the original cast members of variety show Running Man, has called it quits after 11 years. His management agency King Kong by Starship said on Tuesday (April 27) that Lee, 35, decide
G20 chair Indonesia seeks standardised health requirements for travel, Asia News,YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia – Group of 20 major economies (G20) chair Indonesia has started talks with members on standardising health protocols for travel, its health minister said on Monday (March 29), stressing the importa
HDB resale volume drops by 24.1% in October, prices increase by 0.5%, Money News,Following 28 months of price growth in the HDB resale market, price resistance may be kicking in. As reported in the 99.co and SRX flash report on the HDB resale market in October, prices of HDB resale flats increased b
Australia drops plans to fast track tax cuts for wealthy: Report, World News,SYDNEY – The Australian government has dropped plans to fast track tax cuts for the wealthy, The Australian newspaper reported on Wednesday (May 5), as the country's economy recovers more quickly than anticipated from
Dead cat found at Yishun void deck, abuse suspected, Singapore News,A dead cat was found at the void deck of Block 430B, Yishun Avenue 11, yesterday morning. The cat had been partially shaved and there were bloodstains on the floor and walls. Community cat group Yishun 326 Tabby Cat was informed by
Barbie Hsu accuses ex-husband Wang Xiaofei of not providing spousal maintenance of $220k, Entertainment News,TAIPEI – Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu and her former husband, Chinese businessman Wang Xiaofei, appear to have fallen out after their divorce one year ago. Taiwan's Mirror Media reported
I was on a 'stupid sexy hunky hot list': How Alexander Skarsgard's good looks impeded his acting career, Entertainment News,Alexander Skarsgard struggled to be taken seriously as an actor because of his good looks. The 45-year-old star admits he struggled to find credible roles earlie
Singapore-Malaysia land VTL opens: Over 40 people cross Causeway in first bus, Singapore News,Travellers rose bright and early on Monday (Nov 29) morning to catch a bus into Malaysia. The first bus departed Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange at 8am with over 40 passengers on board. This is the firs
Did Your Heart Skip a Beat? All about Arrhythmia | Health Plus, Health News,Arrhythmia can be scary, and it’s important to know exactly what they mean. If you feel like there is something wrong with your heartbeat, or if you experience an arrhythmia that seems serious, unexpected, or accompanied by
'I'm a distant dad': Marcus Chin to reunite with 12-year-old daughter in JB after 2.5-year absence , Entertainment News,Veteran local entertainer Marcus Chin will finally be reuniting with his daughter after two and a half years, when he goes over to Johor Bahru (JB) later this month
Brunei bars residents from leaving as coronavirus cases reach 50, Asia News,BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – Brunei said on Sunday (March 15) that its citizens and foreign residents in the country are barred from leaving due to the coronavirus outbreak. The health ministry also said it had confirmed 10 new cor
4 REITs that can ride on China's Covid-19 recovery, Money News,As the fight against the Covid-19 virus rages on, China has emerged as a surprising winner. The coronavirus first made its appearance in the city of Wuhan back in January. Since then, China has moved swiftly to contain the pandemic
Lorde experienced 'culture shock' when she re-entered spotlight after hiatus, Entertainment News,Lorde experienced a \”culture shock\” when she re-entered the spotlight after her hiatus. The Green Light hitmaker has been out of the spotlight for over two years, but after announcing her upcom
Japanese author Murakami to DJ 'Stay Home' radio special as virus shutdown continues, Asia News,TOKYO – Haruki Murakami, one of Japan's most acclaimed novelists, will host a radio special to try to lift the nation's spirits as a state of emergency over the novel coronavirus linge
What's the appeal of 99-year leasehold landed properties?, Money News,When people talk about landed properties in Singapore, whether it’s semi-detached houses or Good Class Bungalows (GCB), they often refer to the freehold ones. Less discussed is the leasehold landed property. Most of the time
Man jailed 10 weeks for uploading revenge porn on Tumblr, Digital News,Thinking they were in a relationship, she allowed him to take photos and videos of her naked. She even sent him pictures of her bare breasts at his request and had sex with him several times. Unknown to her, he already had a girl
Caffeine calling: London phone boxes serve up coffee after lockdown, World News,Two of London's famous red telephone boxes have been reborn as a coffee stall, and the owners say the lack of inside space that was a drawback when they opened a week before lockdown could now be an asset in a socia
Former national football player Hafiz Rahim, 36, dies after motorcycle accident, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – The grey skies and gloomy weather on Thursday morning (July 9) reflected the sombre mood of many in the local football fraternity, who learnt of the passing of \”one of the nicest guys\” in the
Malaysia passes law to curb party defections amid political instability, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR- Malaysia on Thursday (July 28) passed a law discouraging elected lawmakers from switching political parties, following a series of defections that has caused political instability in recent years. Th
6 essential factors to think about before buying your first rental property, Lifestyle News,Some Singaporeans are fortunate enough to have an alternative home; these range from singles who can continue living with parents, to those who whose spouses already own a property. For this advantaged group,
Casio releases new Pikachu Baby-G watch for cute Pokemon trainers, Digital News,After multiple successful collaborations, Casio G-Shock has teamed up with Pokémon to release yet another new version of its popular Baby-G watch. Decked out in beige with hints of pink and brown, the Pikachu Baby-G watc
US warns travellers over security at Manila airport, Asia News,MANILA – The United States has warned its citizens that security at the Philippines's main airport does not meet international standards, urging travellers to exercise \”increased caution\”. The US Department of Homeland Security issu
'To care for and be cared for': Why this entertainment firm COO retained staff during Covid-19 lockdown, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Mr Romell Song, 45, is the chief operating officer of live entertainment company IMC Group Asia, which stages concerts and music events. Headquartered in Sing
Covid-19 & home loans: Should you defer repayment? , Money News,Most consumers are concerned about the economic impact of the novel coronavirus on their finances. Homeowners are no different. These individuals face falling housing prices and the threat of a looming recession. Recently, the governmen
Sharon Au is staying put in Paris despite country's Covid-19 lockdown and brutal attacks, Entertainment News,Even as France grapples with a second wave of Covid-19 infections and a series of brutal attacks in the past month, former Mediacorp actress Sharon Au doesn't plan to return home an
Injured Madonna cancels second show in Portugal, Entertainment News,LISBON – Pop legend Madonna has cancelled another show in Portugal's capital Lisbon, the city that inspired her newest album Madame X, as she struggles to cope with pain from \”ongoing injuries\”, her tour promoter said on Wednes
Malaysia may send Rohingya detainees back out to sea, sources say, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR/BANGKOK – Malaysia is considering a plan to send nearly 300 Rohingya Muslim refugees detained after arriving on a damaged boat back out to sea once the ship has been fixed, two security sources told Reuters
Bodies of mother and son found inside Tampines flat after foul stench detected, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A 70-year-old man and his 92-year-old mother were found dead in their Tampines flat on Saturday morning. In response to queries from The Straits Times, the police said they received a call for
Two drivers arrested for allegedly getting into a brawl along road at Changi, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – Two drivers were arrested for allegedly getting into a brawl at Changi on Wednesday (July 31) morning. The police said they were alerted to a call for assistance at Changi South Avenue 3 at about
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visiting China, China News,BEIJING – North Korea leader Kim Jong Un is in China on a two-day visit, Chinese state television said on Tuesday, his third visit to the North's major ally this year. Kim will be in China on Tuesday and Wednesday but the brief report g
Low-key funeral for Chow Yun Fat's mother, who dies at 98, Entertainment News,Two days after Aaron Kwok held a funeral for his mother on Thursday (March 5), his Project Gutenberg (2018) co-star Chow Yun Fat also said his last farewell to his mother. Chow's mother Chan Lai Fong, who died in
New Zealand won't send diplomats to Beijing Olympics, cites Covid-19, World News,WELLINGTON – New Zealand will not be sending diplomatic representatives at a ministerial level to the Beijing Winter Olympics in February, Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson said on Tuesday (Dec 7), citing Covid
Justin Bieber tests positive for Covid-19, Entertainment News,Justin Bieber has tested positive for Covid-19. The 27-year-old pop star has been forced to postpone at least one concert date after he returned a positive test result. A spokesperson for the Love Yourself hitmaker revealed to TMZ that Ju
HIV data leak: MOH aware only in 2016 that Mikhy Farrera Brochez had access to data, says Gan Kim Yong, Singapore News,While he first informed the authorities in 2012 that his partner had disclosed information about his HIV status to others and shared screenshots of this, Mikhy Farrera Brochez, the
Factbox: Wealth and philanthropy of Bill and Melinda Gates, World News,Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce will entail complex decisions about how to handle their wealth after 27 years of marriage. Here are details about their wealth and the couple's philanthropic activities. Bill Gates Bill Gates
Family of late SHINee star Jonghyun sets up foundation to support young artists, Entertainment News,The family of late K-pop star Kim Jong-hyun, who died after he committed suicide in December 2017, have set up a foundation to help young artists and people struggling with mental health stress. Magaz
Bigger fries off the menu as Japan McDonald's faces supply crunch, Asia News,TOKYO – McDonald's Holdings Company Japan said on Tuesday (Dec 21) it would suspend the sale of medium- and large-sized french fries for a week starting on Friday due to supply chain bottlenecks. The company is se
Businesses in Singapore to be hit by Malaysia's fish ban, Singapore News,Consumers can expect a hike in fish prices soon, especially during the Chinese New Year period, with the new ban from Malaysia on some fish and shrimp. Malaysia announced it will be prohibiting the export of four species o
Tai Cheong Bakery to open new outlet in Bukit Panjang Plaza, easier for those in the West to get their egg tarts, Lifestyle News,When the Hong Kong bakery first opened a permanent outlet in Singapore in 2016, there was a constant line of people eagerly waiting to purchase their famed egg tarts. Forw
Malaysia warns of rising numbers of Covid-19 deaths, cases among children, Malaysia News,KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian health authorities have raised concerns about a growing number of coronavirus deaths and serious cases involving children, after a surge in overall infections forced the South-east A
Hong Kong govt says commenting on its Covid-19 strategy is not 'illegal', China News,HONG KONG – Having discussions and making \”general remarks\” about Hong Kong's coronavirus strategy is not illegal and does not violate the Chinese territory's national security law, the governmen
5 bad financial habits of Singaporeans in their 30s and how to avoid them, Lifestyle News,If I had a dollar for every time someone reminded me that Singapore is the most expensive city in the world, I would probably have enough money to live comfortably in it. But are we broke simply because everyth
Travel insurance review: Is MSIG travel insurance worth it?, Lifestyle News,MSIG travel insurance is one of the most popular brands in Singapore and is second only to NTUC (impressive!). That’s probably because MSIG used to be the provider of DBS travel insurance. DBS might have since changed their
Lion Air crash: Even the strongest body part of plane broke apart, says Indonesian official, Asia News,JAKARTA – Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee (KNKT) said on Monday (Nov 5) that the Lion Air jetliner that plunged into Java Sea last Monday (Oct 29) suffered a more devastat
Why counting the kicks is so important: A first-time dad's story, Lifestyle News,The day I found out my wife was pregnant, I had just landed back from a business trip to Singapore. My phone was turned off during the flight and when I turned it back on, it was to about a dozen missed calls from
SMU student who molested woman in classroom intends to appeal against conviction and sentence, Singapore News,SINGAPORE – A Singapore Management University (SMU) student was on Monday (Oct 25) sentenced to 10 months' jail and ordered to be given three strokes of the cane for molesting a woman o
Biden joins Southeast Asian leaders to rebuke Myanmar junta excluded from summit , Asia News,BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN – US President Joe Biden joined Southeast Asian leaders in rebuking Myanmar's junta on Tuesday (Oct 26) as a regional summit opened without a representative from the country followi
Apple launches iPhone 6s service program for no power issues, Digital News,Apple has rolled out a repair programme for the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. Certain iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices manufactured between October 2018 to August 2019 may not power on due to a component that may fail. If
Demand for prime-location BTO in Kallang/Whampoa at 16:1, Money News,SINGAPORE – The second Build-To-Order (BTO) project under the prime location public housing (PLH) model proved to be popular among home buyers, despite the strict buying and selling conditions, as all units have been oversubscribed
5 things you should know about SIA's latest earnings, Money News,It has been an extremely tough period for airlines all over the world. The Covid-19 pandemic has curtailed air travel as countries erect travel bans and implement border closures. Singapore Airlines Limited (SGX: C6L), or SIA, is
Geoff Keighley teases 'double digit' game reveals at The Game Awards 2021, Digital News,Ladies, gentlemen and gamers of all ages, it would seem that The Game Awards 2021 is going to be a very spicy one indeed. According to a recent interview with longtime host Geoff Keighley that was poste
British CEO and family dead in Sydney seaplane crash, World News,The CEO of Compass Group Plc , the world's biggest catering firm, and four of his close family members were among the six people who died when the seaplane they were travelling in crashed into a Sydney river on New Year's Eve
Hundreds protest in Bangladesh over religious violence, Asia News,DHAKA – Hundreds of people protested in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka on Monday (Oct 18) calling for an end to religious violence that has gripped the country for four days, leading to at least two deaths and several injured. The vi
Thai police charge founder of new party over Facebook speech, Asia News,BANGKOK – Thai police on Monday charged the founder and two members of a new political party opposed to military rule with violating a computer crime law, an offence that could result in a five-year jail sentence, a fine of 100,
OCBC's Q2 profit jumps 28%, upbeat on outlook, Money News,SINGAPORE – Singapore's second-largest lender Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp Ltd (OCBC) reported a stronger-than-expected 28 per cent jump in quarterly profit and gave a robust outlook as rising interest rates pushed up its net intere
Watch Your Knees | Health Plus, Health News,According to Dr Michael Soon, orthopaedic surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, your knees are the most prone to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears. This band of tissue, found in the middle of your knee, together with other ligaments in your leg, ensure
Lady Gaga reportedly recorded a song for the Top Gun: Maverick soundtrack, Entertainment News,Lady Gaga has reportedly recorded a song for the Top Gun: Maverick soundtrack. The 36-year-old pop superstar has written Hold My Hand for the eagerly anticipated fighter plane action sequel, which sees Tom
China, North Korea halt border rail crossing over Covid-19 fears, Asia News,BEIJING/SEOUL – China has suspended cross-border freight train services with North Korea following consultations after Covid-19 infections in its border city of Dandong, the foreign ministry said on Friday. The suspension ca
